The Playbook on Qualitative Disclosures

Let's talk about disclosures that coordinate with, but don't actually tie to numbers in the statements. Disclosures on tax abatement agreements, conduit debt outstanding, unused lines of credit, and certain risk disclosures are required by GAAP and should be reviewed annually to ensure the information presented is complete and accurate. These disclosures present a challenge because they take time to draft and often require information from outside the finance office.

This session will cover the requirements of these disclosures and examples from government preparers. Panelists will also discuss a current GASB project that might add a new qualitative disclosure to the financial statements: Going Concern Uncertainties and Severe Financial Stress.